Reaches out to the Maryland community and stakeholders to advance the University of Maryland, College Park.

Advocacy and Government Relations Committee

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Supports fundraising activities in order to fulfill the mission, vision and strategic objectives of the University of Maryland, College Park while strengthening its long-term fiscal health.

Manages the governance of the board including committee assignments, governance documents (e.g. bylaws), orientation of new board members, annual assessment, and others.

Possesses rights, powers, and authority of the Board of Trustees, including acting on behalf of the board when appropriate.

Monitors the financial health of the organization and ensures that its assets are protected and its resources are used properly.

Assists the board in overseeing UMCPF investments.

Identifies and recruits potential new elected Trustees and ensures the skill sets and diversity that are in the best interest of the board.

Oversees and stewards real estate matters by identifying and analyzing real estate gift opportunities, and making recommendations about real estate and mortgages for investment purposes.

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